1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | Sports Convertible | V70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
